The Weekender
Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend
Veterans' Day Ceremonies
Friday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.
The Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934, Ladies Auxiliary and the City of Dana Point have partnered to present a Veterans Day ceremony honoring local service members at the Dana Point Veterans Memorial in Strands Vista Park. The event will feature the unveiling of updated memorial plaques, listing the names of veterans who have died during the past year and were members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post or residents of Dana Point.
Strands Vista Park
34201 Selva Road, Dana Point
949.248.1419
In San Juan Capistrano, American Legion Post 721 is hosting a Veterans Day ceremony to honor those who’ve served in the military. San Juan Capistrano Mayor Pro Tem Howard Hart, who was a Navy captain and in the Pentagon on 9/11, will be the keynote speaker. Free lunch will be served after the ceremony while supplies last.
Veterans Park
31852 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
Friday, November 11
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFF QUARTERFINALS
7 p.m.
CIF-SS playoffs continue. Top-seeded San Juan Hills hosts Orange in Division 6, and St. Margaret's hosts South Pasadena in Division 11. JSerra takes on No. 1 Mater Dei at the Santa Ana Bowl in Division 1.
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LIVE MUSIC AT THE POINT
34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point
8:30-11:30 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Bad Influ3nce will perform.
949.464.5700
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LIVE MUSIC AT SAN JUAN HILLS GOLF CLUB
555 North El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Chris Daniels Project will perform. Stop in to listen and dance, perhaps after playing a round of golf.
949.565.4855
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LIVE MUSIC AT PADDY’S
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
8-11 p.m.
British Invasion will perform. Enjoy the music and have a pint at this Downtown San Juan Capistrano pub.
949.661.3400
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‘FRANKENSTEIN, AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL’
Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30-9:30 p.m.
The Cabrillo Playhouse’s latest musical tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a sapient creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. The show will run on weekends through Nov. 13. Tickets are $28.
949.492.0465
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FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN
Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy the farmers market in town every Friday. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more.
949.364.1270
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Saturday, November 12
SUP YOGA IN DANA POINT HARBOR
34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point
8-9:30 a.m.
iHeartYoga has partnered with Westwind Sailing to offer a unique 90-minute paddle and yoga workshop. The first 30 minutes of the class is spent paddling, and the rest is an actual yoga practice on the board. This workshop is for all skill levels.
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BEST OF OC HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
24642 San Juan Ave, Dana Point
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Dana Point Woman’s Club will host a Holiday Boutique featuring 30 local vendors with clothing, jewelry, pottery, spa treatments, chefs, candles, cookies and more. The event will also feature a live DJ and opportunity drawings.
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DANA POINT HOLIDAY BAZAAR
34052 Del Obispo St, Dana Point
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Get your holiday shopping done early at the Dana Point Community Center. The bazaar will feature artisans, crafters and local businesses with items for purchase, as well as free refreshments and raffle prizes. The vendor space fee benefits Age Well, Orange County’s partner in aging and the weekday Dana Point senior lunch program, as well as Meals on Wheels.
949.496.4252
COMPOST GIVEAWAY
Capistrano Greenery at Prima Deshecha Landfill, 32250 Avenida La Pata, San Juan Capistrano
9 a.m-3 p.m.
OC Waste & Recycling is hosting this free compost giveaway in San Juan Capistrano to encourage use of recycled green waste in yards and gardens. Residents should bring a shovel and container/bag to fill. Proof of Orange County residency is required. Quantities are limited, and staff will be on-site to assist.
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MILPA MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano
1-7 p.m.
Relax with some mellow music while learning about farming and enjoying the outdoors. There will be food, interactive art projects, crafts and more. The festival will also be held on Sunday, Nov. 13. Check online for ticket prices.
949.443.4223
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BREWHOUSE 8TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano
Noon-9 p.m.
Order some drinks and enjoy live entertainment to help The BrewHouse celebrate turning 8 years old. Gie Few will play from 1:30-2:30 p.m., and Kids of Charlemagne will perform from 3-5 p.m. There will be a special list of brews on tap and raffle prizes. There is no cover charge, but the event is for people 21 and older, so don’t bring the kids.
949.481.6181
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FALL CRAFT MARKET
Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Check out the candles, jewelry and other craft items on sale during this autumn market show. Artists and authors will also have works for sale.
949.364.1270
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STAND-UP COMEDY
Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano
7:30 p.m.
Have some laughs during this stand-up comedy show. Jim Taylor, Don Friesen, Mary Gallagher and Jeff Zaret will perform.
949.489.8082
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FARMERS MARKET
La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags.
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CHARITY EVENT
The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente
9-11 a.m.
South OC Cars and Coffee, in conjunction with Sonance Foundation and Outlets at San Clemente, is proud to host a charity event for The Boys & Girls Club. The Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area in San Clemente enables all young people, especially those who need it most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. Each year, more than 800 local kids and teens spend their out-of-school time at the club in safe, fun, enriching programs that promote academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character and citizenship. South OC Cars and Coffee will have collection buckets and an opportunity drawing with great prizes, so head to the Outlets for the weekly car meet with some donation money.
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Sunday, November 13
OTRA MAS FUNDRAISER
Bistro K, 30100 Town Center Drive, Laguna Niguel
1-4 p.m.
Members of American Legion Post 281 will be on hand for this Top Gun-themed event, which is raising funds for San Juan Capistrano-based equine therapy nonprofit Otra Mas. There will be wine, entertainment and more.
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SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT SWALLOW’S
31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
2-6 p.m.
Put on your cowboy hat and boots and get ready to enjoy all the Western-style fun at one of San Juan Capistrano’s best-known dive bars and country music spots. Sean Oilu & The Coastline Cowboys will perform at the venue for the first time.
949.493.3188
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FARMERS MARKET IN SAN CLEMENTE
100 North Calle Seville, San Clemente
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers at the Community Center/San Clemente Public Library parking lot.
949.361.8200
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Weekend Spotlight
Coast Film and Music Festival
Friday-Sunday, Nov. 11-13
Shining light on stories of adventure and adversity, the Coast Film Festival is all about bringing people together.
This week, the Coast Film and Music Festival is coming to Laguna Beach. In fact, it kicked off on Wednesday, Nov. 9, with a special opening screening celebrating the 50th anniversary of the seminal surf film Five Summer Stories.
But don’t stress if you missed the opening party (brought to you by your friends at Hobie), there is some amazing stuff on tap for the weekend.
The mountain fun continues Friday, Nov. 11, as the focus turns to mountain biking and climbing. Saturday, Nov. 12, takes us back to the beach. aturday evening will also see the return of the “Follow The Light” surf photography awards in honor of the late, great Larry “Flame” Moore.The Coast Film and Music Festival culminates on Sunday, Nov. 13, with another special screening of Five Summer Stories.
For more info on the festival and the films on the schedule, check out our story from surf columnist Jake Howard below: